Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102401
Protected Area
North Rona
Why dive here
With 140+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue whales, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102401 offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
Scapa Flow holds more than just the big German fleet wrecks, and the Canmore 102401, an unnamed shipwreck, is proof of that. We love finding these smaller, less-dived sites; they often have a quieter, more intimate feel. Dropping onto the wreck, you’ll find the structure surprisingly intact in places, draped in anemones and dead man's fingers. Our favourite part is exploring the holds, where cod and pollock often lurk in the gloom, seemingly undisturbed by our presence. This is a dive for those who appreciate history and the slow reclamation of man-made objects by the ocean, rather than just chasing big pelagics. Look closely in the cracks and crevices for nudibranchs, especially around the more sheltered sections. It's a proper Scapa dive, cold and often dark, but deeply rewarding for its sense of discovery.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Cold water this month (avg 13°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102401
Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102401 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102401, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (58.64, -3.16) (8km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
13°C
55°F · Range: 11.4–13.8°C
Air Temperature
10°C
50°F
Wind Speed
9.26 m/s
18.0 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1005.3 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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